

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: John Stark–Frontiersman and True Patriot by Tom Schaffer
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Join the Adirondack Torch Club for a presentation “John Stark – Frontiersman and True Patriot”  by Tom Schaffer in the fellowship hall of First United Methodist Church in Ticonderoga. Reservations for this potluck dinner and talk are requested: email adktorch@gmail.com.

FUMC is not charging us for use of the kitchen and hall, but we will "pass the hat" for free-will donations for the church's local mission work - the community food pantry and the ecumenical clergy fund (which provides emergency aid to individuals and families  for needs like heat and utilities.)  Torch will charge its usual $4 a meeting dues to members and returning guests.  First-timers get a free pass. 



ABOUT THE TALK

Although John Stark is a native son of New Hampshire, he has strong ties to Lake George, Ticonderoga and the Champlain Valley. In fact, Stark passed through this valley often because he was a prominent member and officer of Rogers' Rangers. But it was his call to fight in the Revolutionary War at the battles of Bunker Hill and Bennington that earned him a prominent place in our country’s early history when he rose to the rank of Brigadier General in the Continental Army. Tom Schaffer will talk about Stark’s early life, his experiences with the Rangers and his military career during the Revolutionary War.

ABOUT THE SPEAKER

Tom Schaffer graduated from Hudson Valley Community College in 1969 and from Union College, School of Engineering in 1987. He served in the US Army from 1970-71 and worked for Digital Equipment Corporation from 1969 until 1998 and then Compaq
Computer Corporation from 1998 until 2002. He ended his career as a Senior Systems Engineer with Cengage Learning from 2004-2013.

Tom and his wife Charlene built a home in Hague in 1989 and have lived here full time ince retiring in 2013 where they enjoy spending quality time on Lake George with their five grandchildren. Since retiring, he has been a technology consultant for the Town of Hague and aids the Hague Volunteer Fire Department with their office technology. He is an active member of the Ticonderoga Kiwanis Club, volunteers with the Ticonderoga
Area Backpack Program and served on the NRDC Board of Directors from June of 2018 until June 2025.

Although Tom built his career in technology, his interest in local history has grown considerably since his initial visit to the Northern Lake George basin in 1977.

POTLUCK INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

Coffee, tea, lemonade, and water will be provided along with disposable paper plates and plastic utensils.  If you prefer regular cutlery and/or plates, bring your own (and carry them back with you). 

Bring a dish to share.   Please label the ingredients of the dishes for the information of those with food allergies or special diets such as gluten-free and vegan.  Some common allergens are nuts, peanuts, soy, wheat, gluten, milk, and eggs.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/ticonderoga/john-stark-frontiersman-and-true-patriot-by-tom-schaffer/200029642629535
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, Meetups
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 5

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029642629535?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=ticonderoga-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Ticonderoga
- **state**: NY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Ticonderoga First United Methodist Church
- **lat**: 43.850873436046
- **long**: -73.437865288895
- **full address**: Ticonderoga First United Methodist Church, 1045 Wicker St, Ticonderoga, NY 12883-1039, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Adirondack Torch Club (https://allevents.in/org/adirondack-torch-club/8027175)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 09 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Ticonderoga First United Methodist Church, 1045 Wicker St, Ticonderoga, NY 12883-1039, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Adirondack Torch Club
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** food-drinks, Meetups
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about John Stark–Frontiersman and True Patriot by Tom Schaffer ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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